Surface Prereacted Glass Ionomer Varnish as a Multifaceted Anticaries Agent: Investigating its Inhibitory Effects on Demineralization and Biofilm Formation on Primary Tooth Enamel
Year: 2024
Type: article
Abstract: Background: Dental caries remains a significant oral health concern, particularly in young children. With an increasing interest in preventive strategies, pediatric and preventive dentistry research is now more focused on developing newer materials and techniques to coat the primary teeth to prevent the onset of new carious lesions. While traditional preventive measures such as fluoride application and sealants have been effective in reducing caries incidence, there is still a need for innovative approaches. Aim: To evaluate the effectiveness of surface prereacted glass ionomer (S-PRG) light-cured varnish in inhibiting demineralization of primary teeth enamel. Materials and methods: were developed on solid surfaces such as microtiter plates, glass, and dentures, and the quantity of bacterial biofilm was measured using crystal violet assay and fluorescence microscopy. Results: as well as bacterial attachment to glass and denture surfaces compared to the control group, as indicated by crystal violet assay and fluorescence microscopy. Conclusion: biofilm formation on primary tooth enamel. Clinical significance: These results are promising and may have implications for the prevention of dental caries in young children. How to cite this article: Surface Prereacted Glass Ionomer Varnish as a Multifaceted Anticaries Agent: Investigating its Inhibitory Effects on Demineralization and Biofilm Formation on Primary Tooth Enamel. Int J Clin Pediatr Dent 2024;17(9):1049-1056.
Authors: Roanna M Fernandes, Sukesh Kumar, Reshma Suvarna, Rajesh P Shastry, Sharan Sargod, Sham Bhat, Kavya Manoj
Institutions: Yenepoya University, Yenepoya Research Centre
Language: English
Subfield: Orthodontics
Field: Dentistry
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4402990524